Fender American Professional Stratocaster HSS Dark Night

Fender American Professional Stratocaster HSS - Classic Strat Tone Meets Modern Versatility!

The Fender American Professional Stratocaster HSS marries the unmistakable character of an American Stratocaster with modern features designed for discerning players. More than seven decades of guitar-making experience go into an instrument that blends traditional Fender tonal worlds with added punch and highly versatile electronics. With its HSS pickup configuration, comfortable Deep C neck profile and refined tremolo design, this electric guitar excels equally at nuanced cleans, expressive blues licks and punchy rock riffs. Throughout, it preserves the immediate playing feel that has made the Stratocaster a staple across countless musical styles for generations.

V-Mod III Pickups - Expressive Single-Coil Tone and Powerful Humbucker Sounds

At the heart of this American Professional Stratocaster HSS is the pairing of two Fender V-Mod III single-coil pickups and a V-Mod III humbucker in the bridge position. The two single coils deliver the characteristic Stratocaster voice with bell-like highs, transparent response and pleasant warmth. The humbucker expands the tonal palette with strong mids, punchy lows and higher output that really comes alive with overdrive. The classic 5-way switch lets you access various pickup combinations. In addition, the second tone control features a push-push coil-split for the humbucker. That gives you, alongside the full-bodied humbucker tones, tuned single-coil sounds—so you can switch effortlessly between traditional Strat colors and more modern rock tones.

Deep C Neck Profile - Comfort From the First to the Last Fret

The maple neck with Deep C profile is engineered for a natural, comfortable playing feel. Its Super-Natural satin urethane finish provides a smooth touch, while the softly rounded fretboard edges sit especially comfortably in the hand. The rosewood fretboard adds a grippy playing surface. With its 9.5" radius and 22 narrow-tall frets, it offers a balanced combination of comfortable chord work, precise soloing and effortless bends. The redesigned neck-body heel improves access to the upper registers. Together with the asymmetrical four-bolt neck plate and Micro-Tilt adjustment, the design delivers high playing comfort with flexible setup options.

Refined 2-Point Tremolo - Precise Response and Controllable Dynamics

Fender also focuses on targeted hardware improvements. The modernized 2-Point Synchronized tremolo features a cold-rolled steel block that supports sustain, clarity and the brilliance of the high end. The ClassicGear Radial Bent-Steel saddles combine the traditional bent-steel saddle concept with practical construction. Recessed adjustment screws reduce contact points under the picking hand and allow comfortable string-height and intonation adjustments. The tremolo system is completed by a removable tremolo arm. Fender Standard Cast/Sealed staggered tuning machines and the bone nut round out the carefully balanced hardware package.

Alder Body and ClassicGear Precision - Tradition With Thoughtful Details

The solid alder body provides the classic foundation for this American Stratocaster. Alder has been closely linked to the Stratocaster's tonal character for decades and offers a balanced tonal base for the dynamic HSS setup. The durable polyurethane finish underscores the instrument's modern character. Another detail is the ClassicGear Precision potentiometers. They deliver a smooth sweep, defined torque and a musically tuned response. That lets you shape volume and tone sensitively right from the guitar. Whether you pull back for rhythm parts or add presence for a solo, the controls remain controlled and immediate.

American Professional - Designed for Discerning Players

Made in the USA, the Fender American Professional Stratocaster HSS continues the tradition of one of the most iconic electric guitars in music history. Its strength lies in combining familiar Strat character with targeted improvements in electronics, ergonomics and hardware. The HSS configuration opens additional tonal possibilities without sacrificing the single coils' characteristic clarity. That gives you a versatile instrument for studio, rehearsal and stage that suits both classic and modern playing styles. The package includes a sturdy Fender Deluxe Molded Case that protects the guitar during transport and storage.

Inspected Quality

To ensure long-term enjoyment, the instrument has been inspected and pre-setup by Kirstein quality control. This work is carried out in our guitar workshop by our guitar technicians. We guarantee the flawless condition on a certificate that is included with the instrument.